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Things to do in Thailand, Thailand: The Best National Parks
Coordinates: 15°24′N 101°18′E / 15.4°N 101.3°E / 15.4; 101.3
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1. Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,435 reviews
These 40 islands, spread over approximately 97 square miles in the Gulf of Thailand, are characterized by hundreds of limestone monoliths, carved into fantastic shapes by years of erosion.
Reviewed By P963SLalisonb - Australia, null
We did a full day trip on a speed boat, it was excellent, the snorkeling was amazing, I would probably would give the emerald lake a miss if climbing ladder-steep steps for 15-20 min is too much, as it was very very hot (it is winter here) but well worth a visit, I am so glad we did it! Massages are cheap enough here that the sore thighs didn’t last long ???? The marine park is a visual wonder above & below the water. Inexperienced people can still snorkel over amazing corals surrounded by brilliantly coloured schools of fish & marine life (not a shark in sight ????). Lunch at one of the the islands restaurants is recommended to see the original lifestyle of the local people, and the huge buffet of food was delicious. The only thing I might change was the length of the tour, we were off at 8am from the pier at big Buddha beach & back at about 5.30pm, it was a long day , but we saw heaps in that time. We even stopped at the rangers island & saw wild monkeys. The crew were lovely, but all heavy smokers, the smell kind of detracted from the pristine snorkeling environment.. The return trip in the speedboat-due to the ocean swell was very rough (I have butt bruises to prove it! ????), but I sat at the front end of the boat so that was caused by my position... All in all it was great fun & definitely worth doing. For those with back issues I would recommend the larger boats for a smoother ride home.
2. Tarutao National Marine Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 154 reviews
Located in the Andaman Sea, this is Thailand’s largest marine park that is a popular area for outdoor naturalists, snorkelers and scuba divers.
Reviewed By travelwithshreya - Phitsanulok, Thailand
Koh Tarutao Marine National Park is one of Thailand’s most exquisite, unspoiled regions – and our boat made a short stop there before proceeding to Koh Lipe. The island looked killing – we reached there in 1 h and were only 30 min away from Koh Lipe – we were all excited for how Koh Lipe would look like. The beach also has the immigration check point. It is for people coming down from Langkawi, Malaysia, which is only 30 min away from Lipe.
3. Khao Sok National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,356 reviews
This is one of Thailand's most popular parks for foreign visitors but at the same time is unspoiled and uncrowded. The national park is home to a number of eco-resorts offering room, food, and tours. The park is includes a large rainforest and exception steep limestone mountains. There are also rivers and waterfalls. Tours include jungle treks, elephant experience, kayaking and tubing on the river. The most popular tour in the area is to the Rajaprapa reservoir, also known as Khao Sok Lake. Here guests can sleep on rafthouses at the edge of the jungle and enjoy kayaking, birdwatching, and hiking in pristine forest. Day trips are also available. In addition to observing numerous tropical birds including majestic hornbills, Asian buffalo and elephants are often seen, and tapirs and other jungle animals more rarely. The area can be reached easily from airports in Phuket (2 hours away) and Surathani airport (1.5 hours away).
Reviewed By TillyHavelockNorth
If you want adventure, go with a tour through here. We spent two days in different areas of this park, and thoroughly enjoyed the canoe ride up through the river to see wildlife, plus the 1 1/2 days in the National Park, being taken over the lake in a Longtail boat, to amazing acomo on this lake, and some hiking into the waterfall, plus more rides on the Longtail boat to view wildlife.With the tour we took we had an excellent guide - Ot - who looked after us so well. (there were only 3 of us so got full on attention).
4. Si Satchanalai Historical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 471 reviews
Located on the banks of the Yom River, the ruins of this ancient town that was formerly called “Muang Chaliang” contains more than 134 monuments from the past.
Reviewed By 190454Peter - Vienna, Austria
Must see - away from the tourist crowds. At the entrance to the historical park, you can rent bicycles (300 baht for the whole day). Very well-kept area, for which you need about 4 - 5 hours. There are also many smaller temples around the complex, which are very easy to reach by bike. There are a few small restaurants outside the complex. The WAT KOK SINGKHARAM is on the way to the facility If you are in Si Satchanalai you have to visit the WAT CHAO CHAN (Khmer Temple), the WAT CHOM CHUEN and the WAT PHRA SI RATTANA MAHATHAT.
5. Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 343 reviews
Reviewed By SnowFairy2014
Visited Phraya Nakhon Cave, Laem Sala Beach, Khao Daeng Canal, Thung Sam Roi Yot Freshwater Marsh and Bueng Bua Boardwalk. At the canal, you can get a boat ride for 500 baht (6 persons pax). The marsh and boardwalk is located together, but take note the boardwalk is not completely repaired yet but it has been opened now as part of it has been restored. Nice place to visit as there are huts along which provide good shade and to rest. For reviews on Phraya Nakhon Cave and Laem Sala Beach, go to its individual attraction name at tripadvisor. More details can be found there.
6. Kaeng Krachan National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 189 reviews
Reviewed By 1969travel - Bangkok, Thailand
Great walk with a fall ( ha ha ) Make sure you are ready to get wet and your footwear should be strong and water proof to walk over rocks. Great long winding walking trail, seemed unending with beautiful Rain forest kind of surrounding.
7. Chae Son National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By Nhayaciel
This place is excellent spot to leave everthing behind and enjoy hot tubs in the huts, eat boiled egg in the hot springs and massage while surronding with the sound of waterfall, beautiful garden view & tree with fresh air, I am so lelax here and want to visit again
8. Doi Suthep-Pui National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 541 reviews
Reviewed By thaisfuncia - Sao Paulo, Brazil
Not an accessible at all. You have 305 steps up the hill to the temple. It’s a nice temple, the goat temple that remains the relics of the Buddha. You have an overview of the city and have all the bells around
9. Mu Ko Surin National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 296 reviews
Reviewed By bentlomholt - Hovedgaard, Denmark
Great trip by motorboat - 50 km out in The andaman sea -abselutely stunning viral reefs - we wish we had a lot more time at surin Island.
10. Khao Phanom Bencha National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 167 reviews
Reviewed By 157marnief - Ko Lanta, Thailand
Beautiful National park with nature trails and also well kept areas and quick walk to waterfall of preferred.
